County's deputy education chief to retire

STOCKTON - Deputy Superintendent Gary Dei Rossi will retire in March, the San Joaquin County Office of Education announced Wednesday.

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Posted Sep. 27, 2012 at 12:01 AM

By The Record
Posted Sep. 27, 2012 at 12:01 AM

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STOCKTON - Deputy Superintendent Gary Dei Rossi will retire in March, the San Joaquin County Office of Education announced Wednesday.

Dei Rossi, 61, has been with the county office since 1991. He will be replaced by James Mousalimas, the assistant superintendent of county operated schools and programs. Mousalimas' spot will be filled by Janine Cuaresma, director of alternative education. The county office also announced it will soon open a search for an assistant superintendent of educational services.

Dei Rossi's 38-year career in education includes a stint as principal at Lincoln Elementary, as well as time spent in Manteca Unified as a teacher and coach.

"Dr. Dei Rossi's work at the state and county has changed what education looks like forever," said Mick Founts, superintendent of the county office. "As a pioneer of education, we are grateful for his tireless efforts and success in bringing innovative programs to our staff and students."